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Advanced Commercial Awareness

An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Advanced Commercial Awareness

NASBA
Classroom Schedule
Date Venue Fees
08 - 12 Jun 2026 London $ 5,950
13 - 17 Jul 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
14 - 18 Sep 2026 London $ 5,950
21 - 25 Dec 2026 London $ 5,950

Course Summary

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, possessing a strong sense of commercial awareness and business acumen is crucial for professionals at all levels. This Advanced Commercial Awareness training course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and mindset needed to understand market dynamics, make informed business decisions, and drive organisational success. Participants will explore the significance of commercial awareness, effective market analysis, financial interpretation, and strategic thinking that support stronger decision-making capability. Through an integrative approach that includes understanding customer behaviour, competition, and operations, the Advanced Commercial Awareness training course prepares professionals to contribute meaningfully to organisational performance and sustainable growth.

Skills & Competencies

From this Advanced Commercial Awareness training course, participants will develop the following key skills and competencies:

  • Commercial and business acumen
  • Market analysis and competitive insight
  • Financial interpretation proficiency
  • Strategic decision-making capability
  • Risk assessment and ethical business understanding
  • Operations and supply chain situational awareness

Key Learning Outcomes

At the end of Advanced Commercial Awareness training course, you will learn to:

  • Understand the impact of commercial awareness on business success.
  • Analyse market trends, customer behaviour, and competition effectively.
  • Interpret financial statements and key business ratios.
  • Apply strategic thinking and risk management principles.
  • Integrate commercial awareness into daily decision-making.

 

How You Will Learn

This training course employs a variety of proven adult learning techniques designed to ensure clarity and retention of key commercial concepts. Participants engage through experiential exercises, self-assessments, video examples, team activities, and group discussions. Emphasis is placed on practical application of commercial awareness frameworks that support effective decision-making and organisational value creation.

Who should Attend?

This training course is suitable for professionals seeking to enhance business mindset and decision-making capability. It benefits those responsible for strategy, analysis, and performance improvement across business functions.

This Advanced Commercial Awareness training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Professionals at all levels seeking business acumen
  • Managers and executives in strategic roles
  • Entrepreneurs and business owners
  • Marketing, sales, finance and operations professionals
  • Graduates and early-career professionals
Course Outline
Day 1

Foundations of Commercial Awareness

This day introduces the fundamentals of commercial awareness and its relevance to organisational success. Participants explore differences between commercial awareness and business acumen and examine basic economic principles that influence pricing and decision-making. The topics covered will include:  

  • Introduction to Commercial Awareness and its importance
  • Differentiating Commercial Awareness from Business Acumen
  • Basics of supply and demand and their impact on pricing and decision-making
Day 2

Market Understanding

This day focuses on how to conduct effective market research and analysis essential for commercial insight. Participants learn to identify target markets, customer segments, and analyse competitive trends. The topics covered will include:   

  • Conducting effective market research and analysis
  • Identifying target markets and customer segments
  • Analyzing market trends and competition
Day 3

Financial Fundamentals

This day develops competency in interpreting financial data and using essential metrics to assess organisational performance. Participants examine financial statements and planning techniques that support commercial decision-making. The topics covered will include:   

  • Introduction to financial statements and their interpretation
  • Understanding key financial ratios and metrics
  • Budgeting and financial planning
Day 4

Strategic Decision Making

This day addresses applying commercial awareness through strategic planning and risk assessment. Participants explore tools such as SWOT analysis and ethical decision-making frameworks essential for sustained business success. The topics covered will include:   

  • Fundamentals of strategic planning
  • SWOT analysis and its role in decision-making
  • Managing risks and considering ethics in business decisions
Day 5

Business Operations and Adaptability

This day emphasises understanding operational drivers and adaptability frameworks that support commercial success. Participants explore supply chain fundamentals, innovation approaches, and integrating business awareness into everyday decisions. The topics covered will include:   

  • Understanding supply chain management and operations
  • Embracing innovation and change
  • Integrating commercial awareness into daily decision-making
Certificates
  • On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
  • Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance.
Providers and Associations

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Options & Brochure

Customisation & In-House Delivery

Delivering this training course in-house enables organisations to tailor commercial awareness and business acumen frameworks to specific strategic priorities and industry contexts. Customised delivery ensures participants gain relevant tools to improve decision-making, market understanding, and competitive positioning aligned with organisational goals.

Why Choose Saudi GLOMACS?

Saudi GLOMACS is the official Saudi Arabian division of GLOMACS International (glomacs.com), delivering internationally recognised training courses both within Saudi Arabia and across international locations. Our training courses are aligned with the highest professional and institutional standards, supported by a strong understanding of the professional landscape in Saudi Arabia and access to global expertise.

Saudi GLOMACS enables professionals and organisations to strengthen leadership, capability, and long-term excellence through consistently high-quality learning experiences.

Official Saudi Presence

Official Saudi Arabian division of GLOMACS with established global credibility.

International Benchmarks

Internationally benchmarked training courses aligned with professional best practices.

Trusted Across Sectors

Trusted by professionals and institutions across public and private sectors.

Flexible Delivery

Training courses delivered within Saudi Arabia and across international locations.

Additional Benefits of this course for Organisations and Professionals in Saudi Arabia

Organisations & Professionals in KSA will have the following additional benefits from this Advanced Commercial Awareness training course:

  • Stronger commercial mindset across teams
  • Enhanced strategic decision-making capability
  • Improved market and competitive understanding
  • Increased financial interpretation skills
  • Higher confidence in operational planning
  • Greater alignment between strategic goals and business execution
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No. Saudi GLOMACS delivers courses in Saudi Arabia and internationally, including delivery across Europe and Asia. This allows organisations and professionals to access training both locally and abroad.

No. While governance and leadership are part of the portfolio, Saudi GLOMACS delivers training across the entire business and professional lifecycle, including administrative, technical, legal, regulatory, and sector-specific training.

No. Our training courses are delivered globally through international locations and online platforms, enabling participants from Saudi Arabia and around the world to learn together. This global delivery approach ensures exposure to diverse perspectives, international best practices, and cross-cultural insights while maintaining strong relevance to regional and organisational needs.

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Yes. Saudi GLOMACS designs and delivers bespoke in-house training tailored to organisational objectives, sector requirements, and workforce needs. Training can be delivered in Saudi Arabia or internationally, depending on requirements.

Yes, in-house and customised strategy training courses are available to support organisations seeking tailored strategic capability development. These courses can be aligned with your industry context, organisational challenges, and long-term strategic objectives.

For further details or to discuss customisation requirements, you may call or WhatsApp +966 (54) 286 8546 or email [email protected] . You can also submit a detailed enquiry through our in-house training page at: https://sa.glomacs.com/in-house-seminars

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Courses delivered in Saudi Arabia are adapted to reflect local regulatory frameworks, organisational structures, sector conditions, and professional expectations. This ensures training is relevant, practical, and aligned with Saudi workplace realities.

GLOMACS has been delivering professional training for over thirty years, with courses delivered across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and other international markets.

Saudi GLOMACS combines three decades of global training experience with a clear focus on Saudi market relevance. This allows it to deliver training that is both internationally credible and locally applicable, across a broader range of disciplines than niche or single-focus providers.

Saudi GLOMACS is a Saudi-based professional training provider delivering courses tailored to the Saudi market and applicable internationally. It operates within the global GLOMACS framework and draws on more than three decades of international training experience.

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